Few records manage to capture the grit of lived experience and the sweep of something transcendent, but Cork-born artist Eoin Shannon does just that with his album, “Highs & Lows.” Released on August 1, 2025, this collection of thirteen songs moves with the pulse of soul, blues, and spirituality, drawing us into a personal yet universally resonant journey. With Shannon’s voice at the center, this album is a testimony of resilience, faith, and the eternal search for light amid shadow.
Produced primarily by Tom Savage, who contributed music to ten tracks and even steps forward as a featured singer, the record gathers a constellation of talents: pianist Malte Hortsmann and cellist Artem Litovchenko grace the poignant “Happiness Has Come to Town,” while singers Gaby Duboisjoli, Makeda Rose, Ross Harmon, Chanele McGuinness, Zhoca, and Sarah Siki add texture and vitality across the project. Shannon wrote all the lyrics, weaving in the bluesy grit of Bobby Blue Bland and the timeless croon of Frank Sinatra, giving “Highs & Lows” its unmistakable blend of earthiness and sophistication. Let’s journey through “Highs & Lows.”
“Going Through Hell,” the album opens with a visceral statement. Built on smoky instrumentation, Shannon’s vocals push with urgency, embodying the struggle of life’s darkest valleys. His delivery is raw, almost conversational, like a man gripping your shoulder and telling you he’s lived it too.
“Fall Into Your Arms Again” (ft. Gaby Duboisjoli) is a tender and vulnerable duet and a plea for comfort and reconnection. Gaby Duboisjoli’s harmonies wrap beautifully around Shannon’s voice, creating a dialogue of longing and redemption. The instrumentation leans soulful with blues-tinged guitar lines and a steady groove that mirrors the heartbeat of intimacy.
One of the most spiritually searching tracks, “God Only Knows” (ft. Makeda Rose & Ross Harmon) captures the mystery of divine love and human frailty. Makeda Rose’s soaring vocal passages and Ross Harmon’s grounding tones create a tri-layered vocal arrangement with Shannon at the center. The song glows with gospel undertones, piano, and restrained percussion that lift the track heavenward.
In “One Crazy Day” (ft. Sarah Siki), Shannon pivots into storytelling with an almost cinematic lens. Inspired by Bobby Blue Bland, the track blends blues grit with playful soul elements. Sarah Siki’s guest vocal adds flair, balancing Shannon’s weightier delivery with lightness and energy.
Moving on to the standout ballad, tender and poignant, “Happiness Has Come to Town” (ft. Gaby Duboisjoli) sets a graceful foundation with Hortsmann’s piano, while Litovchenko’s cello adds a haunting depth. Shannon’s vocals here are intimate and reverent, weaving with Duboisjoli’s harmonies in a way that feels timeless, almost hymn-like.
Romance and hope shine in “I Could Fall in Love Again” (ft. Ross Harmon). Shannon’s vocal delivery is cautious and celebratory—like a man rediscovering his capacity for vulnerability after heartbreak. Harmon’s supporting vocals enrich the emotional resonance.
A blues-rooted track with soul edges, “Pull the Plug / Pull the Curtain” (ft. Chanele McGuinness) digs into themes of release, closure, and letting go. Shannon’s vocals are commanding here, embodying weariness and liberation. McGuinness adds a spectral quality with her delivery, creating a striking duality.
Inspired directly by Bobby Blue Bland, “Sad Sad Little Man” leans into classic blues motifs. Shannon’s performance feels drenched in lived experience—raspy yet controlled, breaking in just the right places. The arrangement’s simplicity allows his voice to be the main instrument, carrying sorrow and wisdom in equal measure.
A fiery, sultry track that unearths temptation and struggle. Shannon’s vocals here are darker, textured with a controlled growl in “Demon Lady” (ft. Makeda Rose). Makeda Rose’s contribution intensifies the drama, creating a vocal dance of attraction and danger.
Perhaps the most introspective song on the album, its spiritual core of “The Closer You Are To God” ft. Tom Savage) shines through the lyrics and Shannon’s delivery. His voice is prayerful, yet not without its cracks—reminding us that faith is often forged in fragility. Savage’s supporting vocals and Magee’s production choices give the track an earthy, organic warmth.
This love song, “When I Look Into Your Eyes” (ft. Tom Savage), showcases Shannon’s romantic side. His delivery is open and earnest, with Savage’s background vocals lifting the choruses. The instrumentation—soft guitar and gentle rhythms—creates a quiet devotion atmosphere.
Now, “Captain My Captain (Lord and Savior)” (ft. Tom Savage) is a grand, almost hymn-like track that carries spiritual overtones. Shannon sings with conviction, blending reverence with bluesy soulfulness. Savage’s harmonies anchor the song, making it a personal confession and a collective anthem.
The remix, “Pull The Plug / Pull The Curtain (Zhoca / Romacoolguy Mix)” (ft. Zhoca & Chanele McGuinness), closes the album with a burst of energy. Zhoca’s and Romacoolguy’s electronic edge reshapes the blues-rooted original into a danceable, modern reimagination. Shannon adapts seamlessly, proving his voice transcends genre boundaries.
Throughout the album, Eoin Shannon’s vocal presence is arresting. He sings with a storyteller’s instinct, his delivery shaded with vulnerability one moment and fierce conviction the next. There’s a spiritual gravity in his phrasing—sometimes like a preacher at the pulpit, sometimes like a man whispering secrets late at night. His performance thrives on contrasts: the rasp of blues, the sweep of soul, and the depth of a man who has lived the highs and lows he sings of. Shannon doesn’t just sing to his audience; he sings through us, pulling us into his emotional current.
Overall, “Highs & Lows” is a testimony. It is Eoin Shannon laying bare his spirit, struggles, and wins, set against a backdrop of soul, blues, and spiritual awakening. Each song feels like a chapter in a larger story, with collaborators weaving in and out like supporting characters in Shannon’s narrative. For his first feature on our blog, Shannon arrives with a voice and vision that cannot be ignored. His music doesn’t just speak—it resonates, lingering long after the last note fades. With “Highs & Lows,” he has invited us on a journey with an artist unafraid to bare his soul. And it’s a journey we’ll want to take again and again.
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